next-gen

adjective

ˈnekst-ˈjen 

: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-generation

next-gen medicines

Next-gen tactical lasers will likely be electrically-powered and diode-pumped, since chemical lasers require storage and transport of heavy ingredients.

—Eric Adams

Those plans could include solar panels, modern heating and cooling systems, and next-gen tech to support a fleet of electric-powered buses.

—Justin Engel

Examples of next-gen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Many next-gen leaders have spent years shadowing without ever receiving honest feedback or being given real authority. — Joy Nissen, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

While renewable power can continue to expand, the energy sector is on the verge of leaps in cleaner, next-gen nuclear power and geothermal energy. — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026

The powerful Falcon Heavy has launched twice in 2026, as has SpaceX's next-gen megarocket, Starship. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro combines a 48MP variable-aperture camera with A20 Pro and next-gen thermals. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

next-generation

First Known Use

1995, in the meaning defined above